Johnston letter recalls weddings and church revival in Rocky Creek
The Johnston column reports a midsummer marriage of George Nickerson and Julia Hand at the bride's home with Rev Leo Gillespie officiating. It notes many local visits, hospital trip for Margaret, and town movements, including church improvements at Stevens Creek and anticipation of the Edgefield association in September.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bk Weis Brugke Vis
I Henny Bell White
Rocky Creek
Sundby
White
Jnla Browne
Newberry
A. Py Lott
George Nickerson
Johnston
Julia Hand
W. H. Hand
Columbia
Leo Gillespie
Hand
Maud Nickerson
Charlie Nickerson
Fannie Nickerson
Cora
West Main Street
Rutledge McGee
Waensta
Margaret
Loise Colema
SY MM Grones
Falton
Little Ben
Ness
Fanni
Petreti Ae Hiss Evelyn Martin
Danville
Fay
W. S
Brooke
Hardee Thas
Mayfreesboro
Tenn
Felton
Texas
J. M. Tavener
Campaign at Colliers Meeting Reports Heavy Rain and Ball Game
Campaign notes describe a rain soaked gathering at Colliers where Mr. Wells spoke to the house of representatives candidates. A dinner funded repainting Peace Haven Sunday school building and a double header baseball game between Colliers and White Town followed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Qur
Poe
Cox
Ms.p. Wells
House
of “Representatives
Wells
Nicholson
Peace Haven
Henry Meskie
James
Colliers
Joe Hammond
Colliers Tain
Tigre
Aliace Hammond
Pireher
Tom Adams
Catélier
Frei-Adama
Janie Miler
Re Buther Hamaoad
LM. Hollande
George Miller
Harris “Mathis
Cyntee
Lodi Rainsford
Risht
Dan White
White Town
Herbert White
J. Mann
Will Coover
Kirkland White
Begister Hammond
Ethan White
J.B. Landram
Irby White
Ds Miner
Piel
Hardy's Happenin De' Ain and Other Local News
The notes report Hardy's meeting starting on the 24th and a well attended gathering anticipated after rain. Reports mention Mr Georize Medlock ill with fever, and a near accident to Mrs Georgia McKie, plus mosquito concerns, community outings, family updates, and a planned school house fund harvest next Sunday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marjorie Messie
Henry McElmurray
Grovetown
Gav
Tom Melkie
Adalee
Elie
Marie Mays
George
Dave Wil
Sprances
Will Rearn
Duesday
Madge Este
Barker
Augusta
Barry
Hardy
The Advertiser presses demand for writers’ names
The Advertiser notes it cannot publish social function notices from Parksville without the writer’s name. It asks why writers do not provide names and states no reputable paper will publish unsigned articles. Names can be on file if desired, but must accompany submissions for publication.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Parksville
Trent on Letter Highlights Rev Gaines Return to Ebenezer
In Trenton a long anticipated service at Ebenezer by Rev. Jos Gaines draws large crowds and praise for his sermons. The note lists local visits and social gatherings including Miss Carrie Duncan's return from University Hospital, various visitors to Saundersron Aiken Batesburg and Columbia, and a string of hospitality events with notable names such as Mrs J G Gatlin and Miss Ma riv Marsh.
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Waring
North Carolina
Columbia
Mariog’ Wright
Préstoin de' Wright
Winsign
Salem
Leilai
A Wright
Isa Memiber
Winston Salem ™ Collége
South Carolina College
South Carolina
Emmie Kemp
Erline Bodie
Batesburg
Ebenezer
Jos. Gainés
Gaines Jras
Trenton
Carrie. Duncan
University Hospital
Moore
MysuleBen
Mres Julens
Alisselma Davi
Saundersron Aiken
Batesburs
Fof Mand
Doroth O Bertis
Dari
Ul DY Alachts
Anderson
Harris
Lithia
Mle Padwett
Amuella
Willie
Gilford
Jzttvank
Enlis Padgett
Niga
B. Dowd
Springfield
Odom
Edward” Bearden
Trene Bearden
Nira Odom
Mary* Padgett
W.G. Oitts
Beatrice Stevens
Las
Mis
R. Tittle
Susan “WidsWethy Mathis
Bettis
Bray Gibbs visit inspires local faith audience in Indiana
Rev. G W Bussey reports a joyful revival in Ban is 3aden Indiana. The meeting lasts five days with more than twenty additions by baptism. Bray Gibbs’ coming was deemed a gift from God. Uncle Iv Morgan praised the effort and a future visit to Hepsibah Georgia is planned to aid Rev. Thomas Walker.
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Indiana
Lever
Weiall
Bray Gibbes
Thomas Walker
Nede Hartlein
Morgan
Entertainment For Library Benefit From Edgefield
Miss Marie Abney organizes an opera house entertainment tomorrow evening to aid Edgefield’s public library. Proceeds pay rent and buy books. A play titled The Goddess of Toye and other features promise high order entertainment. Tickets sell from 25 to 35 cents with reserved seats available at the drug store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marie Abney
Edgefield
Opera
Goddess of Toye
August W O Paravas meeting of W C T U at Baptist church
The August meeting of the Woman’s Christian Temperance Union was held at the Baptist church with Mrs Peak leading devotions and Mrs Tillman presiding at the organ. Reports from officers and department superintendents were given, noting the largest membership to date with 77 enrolled. Miriam Norris sang a solo with organ accompaniment by Mrs Tillman, followed by a social hour and refreshments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W.O. Paravas
Baptist Church
Oelock
Peak
Tillman
Auenst
Miriam Norris
Tillian
Campaign meeting on Meeting Street reported satisfactory
The Meeting Street campaign gathering was reportedly well received with all candidates heard and questions answered. Hosts provided hospitable reception and a splendid feast, described as very satisfactory by attendees.
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Advertiser
Préssin
Meeting Street
Ouclasion
Generous Offer of Southern From Washington D C
Notwithstanding own losses the article notes a generous offer from the South in Washington D C as of August 4. The brief item emphasizes a diplomatic or political gesture amid ongoing tensions and losses.
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Southern
Washington, D. , Gx
Red Oak Grove Marks Meeting and Community Hope
Red Oak Grove reports a threefold feeling of blessing from a recent gathering. Rev. Bussey praised the service as beautiful and trees of faith were seen in all ages, with members resolving to advance rural education and community uplift.
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Oak Grove
Bussey
Red Oak Grove
Joseph A. Gaines
West-Baden
Indiana
Edgefield
West Gainés
Mt. Zion
Aera
Neelding
Nevers
Ruth Timmermann
Athen
Augusta
Gignalliatt
Brunswick
Mainie Bussey
Geo. Bussey
Hartsyine
Legumes Boost Soil Health and Livestock in Southern Agriculture
The piece argues legumes enrich soil by fixing atmospheric nitrogen and benefit livestock and people. It stresses legumes deserve a prominent place in Southern farming for their cost efficiency and soil-building value.
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Rock. Creek
Res. Roth-Smith
Leville-Ga
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W. B
G. P. White
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Fenlon
J . Ars
M. T .Parner
Wallace Tury
Franges
Bess Ford
Eek
Ale
Ohn Courtners
Atlante
Daisye Sawer
Vidalia
Clara Sayer
Loise Boyd
Chester
Stewart
Sallie Dozier
Raysor
Iss Mary Lewis
Allen
Stevens Creek
Edgefield Association
Mallie Waters
Colum
Wat
P. B. Wike
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Woman’s Christian Temperance Union
Meeting Street ‘Campaign Meeting
Red’ Oak Grove
Joseph
Gaines
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